This document discusses how four factors influence a child's learning ability: the fulfillment of needs, the micro- and meso- environment, social-emotional learning processes, and how a child processes information. It hypothesizes that a lack of parental care can negatively impact a child's self-esteem and desire to learn. A child's relationships and socioeconomic status also shape their propensity to learn. Deficiencies in social-emotional skills can adversely affect school performance. Emotional issues and cognitive abilities further impact a child's attention and learning.